Magical Santa Sessions Nov 6-8

Portraits that Preserve What Matters Most

Photography for Senior Portraits - Families - Personal Branding - Celebrations - Athletics

Welcome to The Imagery, serving Minnesota families and businesses with their professional photography needs since 1989 and guiding every step of the way with clothing advice, posing expertise, and artwork designed to last for generations.

Pose 4 Paws Fundraiser Oct. 19-24.
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Investment and Details for HS Senior Sessions

How Can We Help You with Your Photography Needs?

HS Seniors - Families - Celebration - Branding - Sports and Performance

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HS Seniors - 4 Sessions to Choose From - One True U

One year. One chance to capture who they are right now. Discover the TRUE U Experience Photography Session—senior portraits that celebrate personality, passions, and possibilities.

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HS Senior Girls_Gallery
HS Senior Guys_Gallery
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Families, Children, Pets

From growing families to multiple generations, we create portraits that celebrate the people you love most—and become more valuable with every passing year.

See Our Family Portfolio
Pose 4 Paws Fundraiser Oct. 19-24.
Just for Pets
Kids in Pumpkins and Hay Bales Mini Sessions for Kids Photography

Kids are a Specialty at The Imagery

Newborn and Child Photography

From brand-new babies to busy toddlers and growing kids, The Imagery creates newborn and children’s portraits that preserve the little expressions, personalities and connections you never want to forget. Families from throughout the Twin Cities and South Metro come to our studio for relaxed, custom photography of newborns, babies, siblings and children—indoors or throughout our private outdoor Portrait Park. Whether you’re celebrating a new arrival, a first birthday or simply a season that’s passing much too quickly, we’ll create meaningful portraits designed to become part of your family’s story.

Children and Babes Gallery

Seasonal Mini Sessions and Magical Santa Experience

Throughout the year, The Imagery offers a variety of seasonal mini sessions and limited-edition portrait experiences for children, families and pets. Our signature Magical Santa Experience is a favorite Twin Cities holiday tradition, combining storytelling, beautiful sets and personalized time with Santa to create Christmas portraits that feel truly magical. Watch for other special events and themed photography sessions offered throughout the year.

Winter Wonderland and Magical Santa Experience 2026
Limited Edition Mini Sessions for Kids
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Celebrations

From weddings and family reunions to corporate milestones and special events, we'll preserve the moments, connections, and memories that make every celebration unforgettable.

Wedding Gallery and Investment Information
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Personal Branding

Your business deserves more than a headshot. Create a library of authentic, professional images that tell your story and elevate your brand.  We have basic headshot sessions from $150 to full branding starting at $500+. 

Need photos for your team or corporation? Give us a call for a quote: 952-890-7640. 

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Photo Days for Teams, Dance, Skate, Cheer, Gymnastics, and Live Action

Celebrate the hard work, dedication, and achievements of every athlete and performer. From individual portraits to team photos, posters, banners, large groups, we make photo day easy and memorable, and offer specialty private sessions for even more artistic shots to be celebrated for generations to come. 

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Dance, Gymnastic, Skate School Owners

You are Welcome to Tour our Studio

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Outdoor Tour of the Portrait Park

A tour of just a portion of the many outdoor sets and scenery available within the Portrait Park at The Imagery.

Go Behind the Scenes of a Senior Session

Behind the Scenes About Us for HS Seniors

Learn more about Stephanie Oman and Rod Oman and The Imagery from behind the scenes as you tour the studio, see samples of work, and finished product for HS Senior photography.

As Seen on Kare11

KARE TV Minneapolis Rod and Stephanie Oman The Imagery

Rod and Stephanie appear on KARE 11 and Stephanie takes about tips on dressing for family portraits as she would in clothing consultations for portraits. Avoid awkward family photos by following these tips. First, consider the time of day, then the expression you want, then the background to match, and it should all cohesively work together.

Horse and Hunt Club Prior Lake, MN Wedding

Weddings

Horse and Hunt Club Prior Lake, MN Wedding
Burnsville Headshots and Branding

Business Branding Session

Headshots creating a new look and brand for an updated website.
Location photos for senior photos

Graffiti and Ballet

St. Paul, MN location for graffiti, special request for HS Senior Session.
Glenhaven Events Weddings

Wedding at Glenhaven Events

Farmington, MN wedding at Glenhaven Events
Family Sessions

Brother's Salute

Sibling Sessions, Formal Uniformed Attire. Military Discounts Available.
Horse and Hunt Club Prior Lake Wedding

Wedding at Horse and Hunt Club

Horse and Hunt in Prior Lake, MN. Summer weddings.
Branding Headshot Sessions

Business Branding Session

Complete re-brand for Styles and Statements, personal stylist and shopper, Stacy Drake.
Dance Location Sessions

Dancing in the Rain St. Paul Location

Location session with dancer, St. Paul, MN.
About Rod and Stephanie Oman

Rod and Stephanie Oman

Fall family session in the leaves with our Goldendoodle Pixel.
Glenhaven Events Center Weddings

Dancing at Glenhaven Events Center

Wedding dance in black and white, Glenhaven Events Center. Spring Wedding, Farmington, MN.
Fall HS Senior Portrait Session

HS Senior in the Sumac Color

Summer HS Senior session with colors that look like fall. Sumac in the back Portrait Park at The Imagery.
Family Session Portraits Indoors

Family Group Portrait Indoor

Indoor Portrait session in the winter, rustic barn wood and stone.
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Football Lakeville North Senior

Smoke and lockers in upstairs indoor studio of The Imagery with Lakeville North Senior Class of 2018.
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HS Senior Headshot

Indoor studio with stone wall background. HS Senior Portrait Session.
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Glam Closet Fun Senior Portraits Indoor

Styled by The Imagery with clothing from our glam closet. HS Senior session.
Woman in a flowing gray gown stands under a chandelier in a dark, elegant room.

Glam Closet Fun Portrait Grey Dress Indoor

A prom dress look from the glam closet at The Imagery. HS Senior session.
Woman in a black outfit and hat poses against a graffiti-covered wall with industrial pipes.

Dancer Portrait HS Senior Minneapolis Graffiti Location

St. Paul Location shoot with graffiti and ballet shoes. Dancer and HS Senior session.
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Renn Festival Fairies Stylized Shoot at The Imagery

HS Senior crazy about the Renaissance Festival and letting us play in a creative HS Senior session. Props provided by the HS Senior.
Family portrait with two adults, two children, and two Labrador dogs, all smiling against a brown backdrop.

Families Love their Dogs Portraits

Classic indoor family portrait with dogs.
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HS Senior Headshot

Classic indoor headshot portrait in sepia town for HS Senior.
Family of five sitting outside against wooden wall, all smiling. They are casually dressed and sitting on a floor with dry leaves.

Side Left of panoramic family photo

Grandparents and their kids and grand-kids, fun family outdoor photo at The Imagery in the Portrait Park with barn wood background.
Family of five sitting together on a wooden bench, smiling, with leaves scattered around them.

Side Right of Panoramic Family Photo

Grandparents and their kids and grand-kids, fun family outdoor photo at The Imagery in the Portrait Park with barn wood background.

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Business Headshot Testimonials

At the Imagery we know how to create powerful headshots that match your branding. Your photo should reflect your personal and professional style.

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Order Prepare for Your Perfect Portrait on Amazon

An Amazon Bestseller in 3 categories! Prepare for Your Perfect Portrait: Clear, Confident, and Camera Ready to Get the Most from your Professional Photographer. A must read for anyone planning to hire a professional photographer.
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A FREE Portrait Guide for Families and Seniors

Family and Senior Preparation are the most frequently needed for our studio, so I'm providing parts of those chapters from my book for FREE for you to download. Enjoy!
Free Portrait Planning Guide
Buy the entire book on Amazon: Prepare for Your Perfect Portrait
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BEHIND THE LENS

ABOUT YOUR PHOTOGRAPHER

Meet Rod and Stephanie Oman

As a family-owned studio, we know how quickly life changes. That's why we're passionate about creating portraits that celebrate the people, moments, and stories you'll treasure for generations.

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